as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
Helen of Troy was supposedly the quintessential beauty of the ancient world
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Recent Examples of quintessential
Go-To Summer Tote A beach tote is perhaps the most quintessential summer essential, especially in a woven texture.
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Aaron Royce, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The square toe deviated from the quintessential round toe the Chanel cap-toe slingback is associated with, while the strap design played with cutouts and doubled around the ankle.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
In a city flush with newness, Dan Tana's is a quintessential red-sauce joint and bastion of Old Hollywood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
The Mariner North Low-key, unassuming, and friendly , this is the quintessential Michigan UP restaurant.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 7 June 2026
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Aaron Royce, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The square toe deviated from the quintessential round toe the Chanel cap-toe slingback is associated with, while the strap design played with cutouts and doubled around the ankle.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
In a city flush with newness, Dan Tana's is a quintessential red-sauce joint and bastion of Old Hollywood.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
The Mariner North Low-key, unassuming, and friendly , this is the quintessential Michigan UP restaurant.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for quintessential
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Tandoori Pizza is best known for combining classic Indian dishes, like tandoori chicken, malai paneer, curry chicken and chicken tikka and serving it on a pizza crust, the website showed.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Melt-in-your-mouth satisfaction in fun flavors of single-serve packs from limited-edition sugar cookie and cinnamon bun to classic, white cheddar, limited-edition Spicy Dill Pickle and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Sourced mostly from South Island regions, the exemplary onboard wine selection is balanced enough to cater to a variety of palates.—
Steve Madgwick,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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There’s not even pressure on him, really, at least in some part to his season’s results, which have been less exemplary than the past few.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The Sparks were nearly perfect in the first quarter before committing their first turnover with under five minutes to play.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The presidential suite has ergonomic desks and chairs (perfect for a working vacation) and brown leather details that give a cozy feel, plus floor-to-ceiling windows with unparalleled, unobstructed views of the city.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Even though the action is revoltingly real, the fighters seem almost interchangeable, cookie-cutter, and therefore even more archetypal.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
15 June 2026
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Perhaps because Mansfield died young, at thirty-four, of tuberculosis, her adult and middle-aged characters tend to feel a bit archetypical by comparison.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 June 2026
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The national battle over congressional control has officially arrived on New York’s doorstep, and the Empire State’s voters may have the definitive last word.—
Jeffrey M. Wice,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
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No single measurement appeared to provide a definitive warning sign on its own.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
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This should be an excellent match against a South Korean side that also has a victory after its comeback last week to beat Czechia.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Come for that convenience, and stay for lively communal areas, sleek and spacious rooms and suites, and excellent food and beverage programming.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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“Quintessential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quintessential. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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